Easy no-bake keto peanut butter fat bombs need just four ingredients and no oven. Cream cheese and peanut butter whisk smooth with Swerve, then roll into balls and freeze. Keep them on hand and the sweet tooth question answers itself.
Craving something sweet on your keto journey? These ridiculously easy, no-bake peanut butter fat bombs are your new best friend! With just a few simple ingredients, you can whip up a batch of these creamy, decadent treats that will satisfy your sweet tooth without kicking you out of ketosis. They’re the perfect grab-and-go snack or dessert to keep your macros on point and your taste buds happy.
Ingredients
• 2 oz (56.7 g) / 0.25 cup creamy, keto-friendly peanut butter
• 4 oz (113.4 g) cream cheese, softened
• 2 tbsp Swerve granular sweetener
• 0.5 cup (120 ml) dark chocolate chips, crushed (optional)
Instructions
1. Preparation Method
2. Ensure your peanut butter and cream cheese are at room temperature for easy mixing.
3. In a medium bowl, whisk together the softened cream cheese, peanut butter, and Swerve sweetener until smooth and fully combined.
4. Using a small cookie scoop or a spoon, portion the mixture into 12 equal-sized balls.
5. If using, roll each ball in the crushed dark chocolate chips until evenly coated.
6. Place the finished fat bombs on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
7. Freeze for at least 2 hours, or until completely solid. Store in a freezer-safe bag or airtight container for a quick keto treat.
Nutritional Information
• Serving Size: 1 Fat Bomb
• Yields: 12 Servings
• Calories: 120
• Net Carbs: 1 g (0.04 oz)
• Total Fats: 6.5 g (0.23 oz)
• Protein: 1 g
Pro Tips
• For a smoother texture, use an electric hand mixer to combine the .
• Chill the mixture for 15-20 minutes before rolling if it feels too soft to handle.
• Experiment with different coatings like unsweetened shredded coconut, chopped pecans, or cocoa powder.
• Use a natural, sugar-free peanut butter where the only are peanuts and salt for the best keto results.
FAQ
Q: What is the best peanut butter for keto fat bombs
A: For the best keto results, use a natural, sugar-free creamy peanut butter. Always check the label to ensure the only ingredients are peanuts and salt, as many commercial brands contain added sugars that are not keto-friendly.
Q: How should I store these peanut butter fat bombs
A: These fat bombs must be stored in the freezer in an airtight container or a freezer-safe bag. They soften quickly at room temperature, so keeping them frozen ensures they hold their shape and are ready for a quick keto treat.
Q: Can I use a different sweetener instead of Swerve
A: Yes, you can substitute Swerve with other keto-friendly granular sweeteners like erythritol or monk fruit. You may need to adjust the quantity to taste, as sweetness levels can vary between brands.
Q: Why is my fat bomb mixture too soft to roll
A: If your mixture is too soft to handle, it’s likely because the ingredients are too warm. As mentioned in our pro tips, simply chill the mixture in the refrigerator for 15-20 minutes to help it firm up before rolling into balls.
Pro Tips
- Use an electric hand mixer to combine the cream cheese, peanut butter, and sweetener – it gives a noticeably smoother texture than mixing by hand.
- Choose a natural, sugar-free peanut butter where the only ingredients are peanuts and salt for the best keto results.
- If the mixture feels too soft to roll, chill it for 15-20 minutes first, then portion it into 12 equal-sized balls with a small cookie scoop.
- Experiment with different coatings like unsweetened shredded coconut, chopped pecans, or cocoa powder in place of the optional crushed dark chocolate chips.
- Freeze the finished bombs for at least 2 hours until completely solid, then store them in a freezer-safe bag or airtight container.
Frequently Asked Questions
What kind of peanut butter works best?
Use a natural, sugar-free peanut butter whose only ingredients are peanuts and salt. Standard peanut butters carry added sugars that do not belong in a keto fat bomb.
Can I change the coating on the fat bombs?
Yes – roll the balls in crushed dark chocolate chips, unsweetened shredded coconut, chopped pecans, or cocoa powder. The chocolate chip coating in the recipe is optional.
How do I store peanut butter fat bombs?
Freeze them for at least 2 hours until completely solid, then move them to a freezer-safe bag or airtight container where they wait as a quick keto treat.
Are these fat bombs keto-friendly?
Each of the 12 bombs has 1 g of net carbs with 6.5 g of fat and 1 g of protein. With no baking and no sugar, they stay firmly in keto territory.
Recipe card below.
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Easy No-Bake Keto Peanut Butter Fat Bombs
Ingredients
Method
- Preparation Method
- Ensure your peanut butter and cream cheese are at room temperature for easy mixing.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the softened cream cheese, peanut butter, and Swerve sweetener until smooth and fully combined.
- Using a small cookie scoop or a spoon, portion the mixture into 12 equal-sized balls.
- If using, roll each ball in the crushed dark chocolate chips until evenly coated.
- Place the finished fat bombs on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- Freeze for at least 2 hours, or until completely solid. Store in a freezer-safe bag or airtight container for a quick keto treat.
- Chill the mixture for 15-20 minutes before rolling if it feels too soft to handle.
